LIVE BLOG: Chiefs defeat Bengals, punch ticket to Super Bowl

9:43 p.m. | With the Chiefs set to face the Eagles in Super Bowl LVII, Travis Kelce and his brother Jason will be the first set of brothers to go head-to-head on the game's biggest stage.

Their mom Donna Kelce has gained a cult following in social media for her effort to make it to as many of each son's game as possible.

As for who she's cheering for? She released a tweet in support of both.

9:37 p.m. | Celebrations throughout the city were in full swing the moment the clock hit 0.

The Power & Light District was rocking and fans inside the stadium were ecstatic.

9:33 p.m. | The Chiefs are going back to the Super Bowl for the third time in four seasons!

After losing three consecutive games to the Bengals by three points, KC flipped the script by winning 23-20.

7:30 p.m. | During halftime, New York performer Fat Joe kept the masses entertained and Travis Kelce was announced as the tight end with the most postseason yards in NFL history.

7:12 p.m. | Going into halftime, Kansas City leads 13-6.

Before the end of the second quarter, CB Sneed was ruled out and entered the NFL's concussion protocol.

6:25 p.m. | The Chiefs ended the first quarter up 3-0. However, wide receiver Kadarius Toney is questionable to return and cornerback L’Jarius Sneed is being evaluated for a concussion.

6:06 p.m. | Chiefs target Joe Burrow with three sacks to begin the game, including a sack by Chris Jones' first postseason sack of his career and Frank Clark's franchise record 11th postseason sack.

5:48 p.m. | United States Navy Veteran Generald Wilson sang the national anthem before the Bengals got the ball to start.

5:38 p.m. | Follow along for real-time coverage of the AFC Championship Game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

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5:36 p.m. | Reporter Leslie DelasBour says the Kansas City Power & Light District is quickly filling up with fans ready to cheer on the Chiefs.

4:35 p.m. | With Travis Kelce and Mecole Hardman Jr. listed as active, Justin Watson headlines Kansas City’s inactives along with tight end Blake Bell.

4:16 p.m. | The Cincinnati Bengals' inactives include:

• QB Jake Browning
• RB Chris Evans
• CB Jalen Davis
• OL Alex Cappa (ankle)
• OL Jonah Wiliams (knee)
• DE Jeff Gunter
• DT Jay Tufele

4:12 p.m. | The Kansas City Chiefs' final inactives list is as follows:

• QB Shane Buechele
• DE Joshua Kaindoh
• T Darian Kinnard
• TE Blake Bell
• WR Ihmir Smith-Marsette
• WR Justin Watson
• DE Malik Herring

4:10 p.m. | QB1 was also on the field "looking smooth" in warmups after battling an ankle injury all week.

4:06 p.m. | Despite being listed as questionable on Friday, Travis Kelce was spotted running routes and warming up with the team pregame.

3:59 p.m. | There’s still time to listen to the latest “4th & 1” podcast for insight about the AFC Championship Game provided by analyst Nick Jacobs and host Tod Palmer.

3:47 p.m. | Tailgaters at Lot G have raised $13,000 for St. Jude this season.

3:28 p.m. | The sun may be out but the wind is keeping the temperatures low, KSHB 41 Chief Meteorologist Mike Nicco reports.

2:45 p.m. | With all eyes on Patrick Mahomes' ankle and Travis Kelce's back, the two are still expected to play.

2:34 p.m. | Wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster strutted with confidence upon his arrival to the stadium.

1:35 p.m. | No flight? No problem for Chiefs Kingdom.

A group of "stranded" fans found their way to Omaha, Nebraska, and rented a large van to make it to the game after their flight to KC was canceled.

12:30 p.m. | Now that the parking lots are open, Chiefs fans should remember to come prepared for the cold!

Players will be bracing the cold when they take the field in around five hours.

11:45 a.m. | The parking gates to GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium are now open.

10 a.m. | Tune into KSHB 41 and kshb.com now for the Road to Arizona Chiefs pregame special.

9:40 a.m. | GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium is prepped for the AFC Championship!

8:50 a.m. | McLain's Bakery in Shawnee is serving up breakfast to Chiefs fans on Sunday.

McLain's says Chiefs game days always bring a boost in business.

KSHB 41 News Reporter Daniela Leon went head to head with the pros at McLain's to decorate a KC Wolf cupcake of her own. Can you guess which cupcake was hers?

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8:30 a.m. | Fans outside the gates of GEHA Field of Arrowhead Stadium say they are even more fired up to watch the Chiefs step into an underdog role.

Along with the hype, also comes the preparedness to make some noise.

7 a.m. | KSHB 41 News Reporter Daniela Leon returned to Pegah's Family Restaurant in Shawnee Sunday morning, after the restaurant became a popular spot among Chiefs fans once word got out that running back Isiah Pacheco is a regular.

While some Kansas City area locals are enjoying their favorite breakfast spots, others have traveled from far and wide to be in the metro on game day.

6:55 a.m. | For the first time ever, Chiefs fans in Kansas are now able to place sports bets on the AFC Championship Game.

Who would you bet on to win? KSHB 41 News Reporter Abby Dodge spoke with people placing bets to hear their answers.

While some will be placing bets and watching the game from afar, others will be braving the elements to watch the Chiefs and Bengals face off in person. Here's KSHB 41 News Meteorologist Cassie Wilson's Sunday forecast:

6:30 a.m. | Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce is reportedly expected to play in the AFC Championship after being listed as questionable for the game, according to ESPN Senior NFL Insider Adam Schefter.

Schefter reports a source says Kelce was experiencing back spasms during practice last week. Kelce was a full participant during practice.

6:15 a.m. | Chiefs fans packing the parking lots of GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium can begin their tailgates at 1 p.m.

The stadium gates open at 3:30 p.m., with the National Anthem at 5:35 just before kickoff.

KSHB 41 News Meteorologist Cassie Wilson is bringing your game day forecast.

Temperatures are currently 16 degrees at the stadium, but 15 mile per hour winds make conditions feel more like 3 degrees. Those attending the game should be sure to bundle up, as chilly conditions are set to last all day long.

KSHB 41 News Reporter Abby Dodge takes a look at the fans who make up Chiefs Kingdom worldwide, including one fan who went viral after she was spotted bringing a potato to GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

Let us know where you are supporting the Chiefs from! KSHB 41 News is charting Chiefs fans worldwide on our Chiefs Kingdom map.

To add yourself to the map, just email an image to pics@kshb.com showing off your Chiefs spirit. Be sure to let us know where you are located.

6 a.m. | The Chiefs fifth-straight AFC Championship Game day has arrived. Chiefs Kingdom is out in full force for the AFC Championship rematch against the Bengals Sunday at 5:40 p.m.

The game will air on CBS and will steam on Paramount+.

Chiefs fans are already preparing for the pregame festivities to begin. Fans are already lining up outside the gates of GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

One group was even spotted arriving around 4:30 p.m. Saturday.

Follow along for coverage this morning on KSHB 41 and kshb.com at 6 and 8 a.m. The KSHB 41 Chiefs: Road to Arizona pregame show begins at 10 a.m.